X is for… Xmas

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Vintage hand-made cross stitch of Father Christmas and reindeer

Xmas… that’s worked out nicely…

Vintage children building blocks
Vintage children building blocks
Vintage Xmas biscuit tin
Vintage Xmas biscuit tin

It’s a good job that Christmas is here as we didn’t have any xylophones or x-ray machines for sale!

Vintage 1960s December Nymolle ceramic wall plaque Vintage 1960s December Nymolle ceramic wall plaque
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian ceramic wall plaque designed by Bjorn Wiinblad

Vintage 1970s Bernard Buffet print entitled 'Nativity'
Vintage 1970s Bernard Buffet print entitled ‘Nativity’

X is for Xmas gives us the chance to send all our blog readers seasons greetings…

Vintage 1960s/70s desk calendar manufactured by Park Sherman
Vintage 1960s/70s desk calendar manufactured by Park Sherman

Vintage 1970s Hornsea Pottery December mug Vintage 1970s Hornsea Pottery December mug
Vintage 1970s Hornsea Pottery ‘December’ mug

Vintage Christmas baubles in original box
Vintage Christmas baubles

…and, with 2009 approaching, it’s also an opportunity to thank you all for your support & encouragement during our 1st year in business.

Detail from a vintage 1970s linen tea towel entitled 'Noel' by Jonelle
Detail from a vintage 1970s linen tea towel entitled ‘Noel’ by Jonelle

H is for Home is going really well and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed these past few months.

'Tall Book of Christmas' inside cover
‘Tall Book of Christmas’ inside cover
'Christmas Surprise' story from the Tall Book of Christmas book
‘Christmas Surprise’ story from the Tall Book of Christmas book

So it’s a happy Christmas to you all – we hope you have a fabulous time!

Charles Harper illustrated Christmas recipes
Charles Harper illustrated Christmas recipes
Bill Charmatz illustrated Christmas pudding recipe from the Gourmet Restaurant
Bill Charmatz illustrated Christmas pudding recipe

Warmest wishes,

Adelle & Justin xx